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Meghan Markle’s Ambitious Request to Inherit Althorp House Denied by Prince Charles
Reports have emerged suggesting that Meghan Markle reached out to Princess Diana's brother, Earl Spencer, with a request to discuss the possibility of gifting Althorp House to her and Prince Harry upon his demise.
This development comes after the couple's official move from Frogmore Cottage in the UK, which was prompted by a request from King Charles.
Althorp House, the family residence of Lady Diana Spencer, also known as Diana, Princess of Wales, is open to the public during the summer season, allowing visitors to marvel at its exquisite interiors adorned with a notable collection of furniture, paintings, and ceramics.
Upon learning of Earl Spencer's announcement regarding the estate's availability, Meghan Markle expressed keen interest in engaging in a discreet meeting with him.
The purpose of this gathering was to explore the possibility of acquiring the property for the Sussexes.
Unfortunately, Prince Charles rejected her ambitious request, leaving Meghan feeling disheartened.
In addition to this, rumors have circulated claiming that Meghan is now banned from the Althorp Estate.
These speculations arose following a visit by the couple to the island where Princess Diana's grave is located.
Allegedly, Meghan squatted down near the column marking the grave, causing controversy.
While some argue that she was simply answering nature's call, others believe she was engaging in a private conversation with her late mother-in-law.
This incident further strained relations between Meghan and the Spencer family.
Previously, there were suggestions that Harry and Meghan might adopt the name Spencer to honor Princess Diana's legacy.
However, it has come to light that Meghan had a desire to be officially adopted into the Spencer family.
This proposal was met with rejection from Charles Spencer, who expressed concerns that Meghan might exploit the Spencer title for personal financial gain.
Journalist Tom Bower hinted that the potential name change was not a spontaneous decision but rather a calculated strategy by the Sussexes to rebrand themselves as Harry and Meghan Spencer.
This move appears to align with Meghan's past actions, such as offering to write a book on racist laws and staff treatment for the Queen and borrowing other people's residences and planes.
Harry, who deeply admired both Princess Diana and Meghan, was disappointed by the lack of recognition from Diana's siblings and best friend.
According to Tom Bower's book, “Revenge: Meghan, Harry, and the War Between the Windsors,” Earl Charles Spencer, Lady Sarah McCorkadale, Baroness Jane Fellows, and Julia Samuel failed to see the similarities between Meghan and Harry's late mother, which the Prince had hoped they would acknowledge.
Moreover, they doubted Meghan's ability to assimilate into the royal family.
Bower reveals that at one point, Spencer was even asked to discuss Harry's relationship with Meghan, indicating growing concerns within the royal circle.
As suspicions surrounding Meghan intensified, particularly after a Vanity Fair article that shed light on her divorce and strained relationships with neighbors in Kensington Palace, Harry introduced her to Diana's sisters, Jane and Sarah, and her close friend Julia Samuel.
Harry believed that these connections would highlight the parallels between Meghan and his vulnerable mother.
However, disappointment followed as no one shared his perspective.
Furthermore, they believed Meghan would struggle to fit into the royal family.
Bower recounts an incident where Spencer, at Prince William's request, approached Harry to offer some cautionary advice.
The three-times-married Spencer advised Harry to take things slower, which provoked a bitter reaction from the Prince.
This encounter further deepened the tensions within the family.